How to Make Vegan Pumpkin Chili - A Step-by-Step Guide

As the nights get cooler and the leaves begin to change, there's no better way to warm up than with a hearty bowl of chili. And for those looking for a meatless option, this Vegan Pumpkin Chili is the perfect dish to satisfy your cravings. Packed with savory flavors, tender vegetables, and a hint of sweetness from the pumpkin, this recipe is not only delicious, but also packed with nutrients. Whether you're a long-time vegan or just looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans
  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 3 red bell peppers, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (5 ounce) bag baby spinach
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers
  • 1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon dark cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons chipotle powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Combine vegetable broth, kidney beans, pumpkin puree, black beans, garbanzo beans, diced tomatoes, red bell peppers, onion, tomato sauce, baby spinach, green chile peppers, olives, orange juice, garlic, vegetable oil, tomato paste, cocoa powder, brown sugar, cumin, chipotle powder, salt, Mexican oregano, and coriander in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low, stirring occasionally, until flavors combine, about 8 hours.
  • Nutrition

    259 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 1516mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 14g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 86mg
    • Calcium: 119mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 753mg